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Question

I'm helping a Family member buy a computer. They want a Mac... anyways whenever you buy a mac there is a big chance that you get a free iPod for free (4GB Nano usually) with mail in rebate. Well they couldn't care less for iPods and are willing to give it to me if I help them shop for the mac.


Well heres the problem I already have an iPod and really don't need another. What I want to do is sell it to get $ to help them pay for the computer or new software (like Microsoft office). The problem with that is:

1) I don't know where to sell it, NOT USING EBAY
2) You have to cut out the proof of purchase to recieve the rebate. In order to do that you have to take off the shrink wrap and it won't be considered New in box (someone may think that I tampered with it or something).

So is there a way to get the mail in rebate without cutting out the Bar code? (maybe scan it or something)

And where could I sell it for the best price (I'm willing to give up like 10% of the original price)?

Answer 1

I don't believe you can get the rebate unless you send in the original bar code, so you'll have to cut it out. Advertise it on Craigslist.com, as it is free and directed to your local market so you won't have shipping costs. And I would just be upfront with anyone who is interested. I would think that you might have to discount it a little further though, but you can try what you want and always come down in price. It should sell pretty quick on Craigslist. Good luck!

Answer 2

NO on rebate.

Try a classified ad or a local college paper/

Answer 3

dont do it